DOMAINE LE PORTAIL — Local services in Blois

We were received in a lovely manner. The woman working here takes all the time for a elaborated wine tasting with all the explanation necessary to understand their wines and way of working even though it was a very busy time for them. This makes you feel very welcomed and appreciated as a guest. You can tell she has a deep passion for her job and this reflects in her enthousiasm during the tasting. Even for two people who do not know that much about wines it was very understandable and we left feeling like we really learned something. We ended up buying a lovely red. We were by bicycle and planning on visiting more houses so we couldn't take more or we would most definitely had. From all the houses we visited in the area, this one was by far the most pleasant experience. One should definitely not hesitate to visit Domaine le Portail when one is in the neighborhood. One more major plus is that she speaks English very well which makes it accessible for anyone who would like to visit....

I love this vineyard. Visit a few times every year with various friends and family. Delphine and her colleagues are friendly and welcoming. Sometimes it is busy but they are always accommodating. Delphine is patient, chatty and friendly and explains each wine very well in English too. I particularly like their Cheverny Blanc but the rose and rouge are also delicious and good value. Looking forward to visiting again next year. Will enjoy drinking the wine and love the fact that I know where...

Don't skip this great little family-run producer of reds, whites, one rosé, and one sparkling crémant de Loire which all have different characters. They have 35 hectares producing 3 or 4 grape varieties. The tour/explanation of their vines and production is free and doesn't take long at all, followed by a relaxed tasting session. Prices are extremely reasonable for what is excellent 2018 stock. Thanks to Delphine for...